''I would recognize you in total darkness, were you mute and I deaf. I would recognize you in another lifetime entirely, in different bodies, different times. And I would love you in all of this, until the very last star in the sky burnt out into oblivion''. - Achilles

It's no shock for those that know them, Gabrielle and Thomas are each others 'Achilles Heal'. We've all been to the movies. But these two really encompass a love story for all to be touched by. They both have overcame adversity in the face of overwhelming odds, experienced their fair share of relationship trauma, and persevered through some of life's toughest battles. Who knew it would all lead them to each other, and a life beyond their wildest dreams.

George Washington once said, "True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation." The shocks of adversity manifested themselves in both Gabrielle and Thomas' life in ways hitherto undreamt of. As you will read in Gabrielle's story, she embodies the true nature of an independent strong woman. With the catalyst of medical and physical obstacles that don't hold her back, to the personification of a heart of gold, the characteristics she exhibits were enough to capture an almost "love at first sight" from Tommy.

Shifting gears, Tommy's rebellious and damaged nature struck an interest to Gabi's intuitive abilities. While the world might have seen Thomas in another light, Gabi's eyes brought forth the light they would both come to see in each other. It isn't easy to strike gold in online dating. It isn't anything short of a miracle to tell you today that this magnetic charismatic couple met on TINDER! However I proudly prescribe to you today, a story that dictates the age old philosophy, that we cannot judge a person by their online dating profile.

There is much work to be done to sustain a companionship fit for forever. With no holds bared, these two saw each other at their cores and stopped at nothing to illuminate their heart within, not for themselves, but for each other. To help serve as a union under God, for community, family, and others, Gabrielle and Thomas are no doubt an asset to any community, how glad we are to have them as a part of ours. The beauty of their story stretched out reaches further than the stars, as does their potential. And trust me when I tell you, we will be watching closely, and hoping to embody the love, loyalty, and passion that these two have inspired, not only in us, but all those they come in to contact with on a daily basis.

With love and hope, courage in the face of fear, and prayers of levity and lasting romance, congratulations Gabrielle and Thomas!

Our favorite couple of 2024!

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